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Bobwhite Quail: Native Game Bird for Eggs and Hunting

Cream eggsFlightyCold hardyHeat hardy
150Eggs / year
In brief

Small cream eggs, 5-6 oz. at maturity, and a flighty temperament.

Breed specifications

Bobwhite at a glance

Temperament
Flighty
Weight
5-6 oz.
Eggs per year
150
Egg size
Small
Egg color
Cream
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes

Generally, the Bobwhite Quail is known more in wildlife and hunting activities than for its domestic qualities like the eggs and meat they yield. They are wonderful egg layers and have a lot of the same qualities as their cousin, the Coturnix. But unlike the Coturnix, the Bobwhite is native to the US and gets its name from the very sound it makes.

Common questions

Bobwhite questions, answered

How many eggs does a Bobwhite lay?

About 150 small cream eggs per year.

How big do Bobwhites get?

Bobwhites weigh 5-6 oz. at maturity.

What is a Bobwhite's temperament?

Flighty.

Is the Bobwhite cold and heat hardy?

The Bobwhite is cold hardy and heat hardy.

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